Plugin info

Total downloads: 164
Active installs: 20
Total reviews: 0
Average rating: 0
Support threads opened: 0
Support threads resolved: 0 (0%)
Available in: 1 language(s)
Contributors: 1
Last updated: 11/21/2025 (88 days ago)
Added to WordPress: 10/14/2025 (0 years old)
Minimum WordPress version: 5.2
Tested up to WordPress version: 6.8.3
Minimum PHP version: 7.2

Maintenance & Compatibility

Maintenance score

Actively maintained • Last updated 88 days ago

59/100

Is Custom Validation for CF7 abandoned?

Likely maintained (last update 88 days ago).

Compatibility

Requires WordPress: 5.2
Tested up to: 6.8.3
Requires PHP: 7.2

Languages

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Description

Custom Validation for CF7 adds powerful validation features to Contact Form 7 forms.
It allows you to:
* Block URLs in messages or all fields
* Validate phone numbers by exact digit count
* Validate email addresses with admin-defined messages
* Configure messages and rules via a simple admin interface

This plugin is ideal for preventing spam and enforcing strict form input standards on your WordPress site.

Credit

Developed by MOMO Media. Contact us for custom development or support.

License

This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 (or later). See the License URI above.

Installation

  1. Upload the plugin files to the /wp-content/plugins/custom-validation-for-cf7 directory, or install the plugin via the WordPress Plugins screen directly.
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
  3. Navigate to the Custom Validation for CF7 admin menu to configure phone, email, and URL validation rules.
  4. Save your settings and your forms will automatically use the validation rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this plugin work with all Contact Form 7 forms?

Yes, it hooks into Contact Form 7’s validation filters and applies to all forms on your site.

Can I block URLs only in textareas?

Yes, there is an option to block URLs in textareas only or in all fields (max security).

Can I customise the error messages?

Absolutely. All error messages for phone, email, and URL validation can be customised from the settings page.

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Changelog

1.9

  • Now all fields blocked for url and spammy characters

1.9

  • Now all fields blocked for url

1.8

  • logic is now corrected

1.7

  • Stable release
  • Security enhancements applied

1.6

  • Plugin stable release
  • Admin interface improvements
  • Enhanced URL blocking functionality

1.5

  • Minor bug fixes
  • Improved phone validation

1.4

  • Initial public release
  • Phone, email, and URL validation functionality